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Digestion
Pronunciation
Definition 1
The process of breaking down food into substances the body can use for energy, tissue growth, and repair. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
The process or act of converting food into chemical substances that can be absorbed and assimilated. (NCI Thesaurus)
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